A majority of seniors are expected to select Medicare Advantage over traditional Medicare plans this enrollment season and a new Commonwealth Fund study shows it's largely because of the perks.
Why it matters: As more and more seniors consider making the switch to private Medicare Advantage (MA) plans, the lucrative market has been undergoing more scrutiny for misleading sales tactics and for not delivering on goals to reduce health spending.
Hearing aids are now available without a prescription online and at stores across the country.
Why it matters: It's a move the White House said Monday could benefit nearly 30 million Americans and could lower average prices by as much as $3,000 per pair, according to FDA estimates.
